Doctors' Garden, Sofia

Name: Doctors' Garden
Address: Krakra St., Sofia, 1504, Bulgaria

#46 among attractions in Sofia

Park, Relax in park

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The Doctors' Garden is a park in the Bulgarian capital Sofia between the Oborishte and Shipka streets. It is located behind the SS. Cyril and Methodius National Library and close to many of the historical monuments and state institutions in the capital. ()

Local name: Докторска градинаElevation: 1814 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 42°41'40"N, 23°20'19"E

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Krakra St.Оборище (Oborise)Sofia 1504 Bulgaria

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Doctors' Garden – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Bulgarian Orthodox Church, Monument to the Tsar Liberator, Saint Sofia Church.

~1600 ftW
Landmark Orthodox church with a museum
Alexander Nevsky Cathedral, Sofia
8 min walk • The Alexander Nevsky Cathedral is one of Sofia's most iconic landmarks and a testament to Bulgarian Orthodox architecture. This majestic church, with its gold-plated domes and intricate mosaics, stands as a symbol of faith and history in the heart of Bulgaria's capital.
~1420 ftW
Church
Bulgarian Orthodox Church, Sofia
7 min walk • The Bulgarian Orthodox Church stands as a bastion of spiritual heritage in the heart of Sofia, Bulgaria. As the main religious institution of Bulgaria, it is the centerpiece of the Bulgarian Orthodox Christian denomination, with a history deeply intertwined with the...
~1680 ftW
Iconic sculpture honoring Alexander II
Monument to the Tsar Liberator, Sofia
9 min walk • The Monument to the Tsar Liberator is a commanding statue situated in the heart of Sofia, the capital city of Bulgaria. This grand bronze statue stands proudly in front of the National Assembly of Bulgaria and is dedicated to the Russian Emperor Alexander II who played...
0.4 miW
Church dating back to the 6th century
Saint Sofia Church, Sofia
10 min walk • The Saint Sofia Church stands as a beacon of historical significance and architectural beauty in the heart of Bulgaria's capital, Sofia. This venerable church, one of the city's oldest and most important religious buildings, has been a cornerstone of Bulgarian...
0.5 miW
Church, Russian revival architecture
Russian Church, Sofia
13 min walk • The Russian Church, officially known as the Church of St. Nicholas the Miracle-Maker, is a magnificent architectural gem located in the heart of Sofia, Bulgaria. This orthodox church, characterized by its distinct Russian Revival style, was constructed at the tail-end...
~1220 ftNW
Museum, Art gallery, Art museum
National Gallery for Foreign Art, Sofia
6 min walk • The National Gallery for Foreign Art of Bulgaria is a gallery located on St. Alexander Nevsky Square in Sofia. It serves as the country's national institution for non-Bulgarian art.
0.4 miW
Memorial, Monuments and statues
Monument to the Unknown Soldier, Sofia
10 min walk • The Monument to the Unknown Soldier is a monument in the centre of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, located just next to the 6th-century Church of St Sophia, on 2 Paris Street.
~1750 ftSW
Memorial
Monument to the Soviet Army, Sofia
9 min walk • The Monument to the Soviet Army is a monument located in Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria. There is a large park around the statue and the surrounding areas. It is a popular place where many young people gather. The monument is located on Tsar Osvoboditel Boulevard, near Orlov Most and the Sofia University.
~1450 ftS
Historic bridge with bronze sculptures
Eagles' Bridge, Sofia
7 min walk • Eagles' Bridge is a bridge over the Perlovska River in downtown Sofia, capital of Bulgaria. The bridge and junction where it is located, sometimes referred to as Ploshtad Orlov Most are usually referred simply as Eagles' Bridge.
~1910 ftS
Nature, Natural attraction, Lake
Lake Ariana, Sofia
10 min walk • Ariana is the name of a medium-sized artificial lake in Knyaz Boris's Garden in Sofia, Bulgaria. It is "B"-shaped, 175 m long and 75 m wide, with a small island at its narrowest point.
~1170 ftNW
Memorial
Monument to Vasil Levski, Sofia
6 min walk • The Monument to Vasil Levski in the centre of Sofia, the capital of Bulgaria, is one of the first monuments to be built in the then newly liberated Principality of Bulgaria. It commemorates the hanging of Bulgarian national hero and major revolutionary figure Vasil Levski on the same spot on 18 February 1873.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Doctors' Garden?

Nearby attractions include SS. Cyril and Methodius National Library, Sofia (5 min walk), Oborishte, Sofia (5 min walk), Vasil Levski Boulevard, Sofia (5 min walk), Alma Alter, Sofia (6 min walk).

How to get to Doctors' Garden by public transport?

The nearest stations to Doctors' Garden:

Tram

ул. Сан Стефано • Lines: 20, 22 (5 min walk)
бул. Васил Левски • Lines: 20, 22 (9 min walk)

Bus

СУ Климент Охридски • Lines: 280, 9 (5 min walk)
СУ Св. Климент Охридски • Lines: 84, 94 (6 min walk)

Metro

Sofia University St. Kliment Ohridski” • Lines: M1, M4 (7 min walk)
Orlov Most • Lines: M3 (8 min walk)

Trolleybus

Метростанция СУ Св. Климент Охридски • Lines: 1, 2, 3, 5, 8 (8 min walk)
Сатиричен театър • Lines: 9 (17 min walk)

Train

Poduyane (22 min walk)
Poduyane Patnicheska (23 min walk)